Do you have trouble falling asleep? Look no further than the mango for your miracle sleep aid. When you eat a mango before bed, phytochemicals from the fruit, along with amino acids such as glycine, glutamine, and cysteine combined with fructose and glucose, travel to the brain and quickly restore depleted neurotransmitters (Medical Medium). This allows you to get some healing, restful sleep.
Mangoes are also rich in beta-carotene which helps support the skin, and help prevent a variety of skin cancers. Mangoes are high in bioavailable magnesium, which calms the central nervous system, sooths the stomach, alleviates constipation, prevents strokes, heart attacks, and seizures. The magnesium, combined with glucose and traces of sodium, makes a great addition to your pre-workout regimen by allowing longer, harder workouts while feeling less of "the burn".
Try this smoothie bowl before your next workout and see if you notice a difference!
Ingredients:
10 oz. frozen mango (about 1.5 cups)
1 frozen banana
1/4 cup orange juice
Possible Toppings:
Chia Seeds
Unsweetened coconut flakes
Fresh berries, mango, mango, kiwi, dragon fruit, pineapple
Hemp Seeds
Pistachios, almonds, walnuts, pecans
High Speed Blender:
Combine all ingredients in the blender and use the tamper to scrape down the sides as you blend. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Food Processor:
Let frozen mango and banana thaw on the counter for about 15 minutes before adding to food processor. Process until smooth and creamy.
Add to bowls and top with your favorite toppings!